Droplets of Night Creatures

227. Short Speech

Among the meeting participants were Kalisha, Drajat and Kenzo. Although the three sit far apart, but it is clear that Drajat and Kalisha do not like the presence of Kenzo in the room.

" I'm sorry if my question is inappropriate. Does the intern have to attend this meeting, Mr. Simon...?" kalisha asked as she pointed at Kenzo with the tip of her chin.

" It's true. This is all at the request of Mr. Erlan as the leader..," said Simon with a smile.

" But for what...?" ask Kalisha curiously.

" Patience, soon Miss Kalisha's question will be answered soon.

Kalisha was silent as he spread his gaze to the corner of the room.

While in his chair Kenzo seemed engrossed with his cellphone as if he did not care about the surrounding conditions. Apparently at that time Kenzo was trying to cover up his nervousness. But a smile appeared on Kenzo's face when he heard the sound of three pairs of shoes entering the meeting room.

Erlan was smiling as she entered the room. When all the meeting participants wanted to stand up just to pay their respects, Erlan seemed to wave his hand as if preventing them from doing that.

Bianca and Aruna sat to the left of Erlan. Both are as tense as the other meeting participants.

Then Erlan greeted the participants of the meeting as well as directly conveying his intention to hold an internal company meeting this time.

" Assalamualaikum, good morning everyone...!" greet Erlan.

" Alaikumsalam, good morning sir." said everyone in the room.

" Okay, thank you for coming to meet my invitation this morning. Without many words I would like to say if My presence in this company is only temporary. And I have to go back to Jakarta immediately because my other work awaits me there." Erlan said.

For a moment the room was silent. Then Erlan walked over to Kenzo and stood behind his chair. All eyes stared confusedly at Erlan except for Aruna and Bianca.

" And I intend to give the reins of the head of this company to someone who of course with the approval of My Father as the owner of this company..," Erlan said riddledly.

Hearing Erlan's words made everyone stare at each other in confusion.

" I'll introduce Kenzo, my only child. He's the one who's going to replace me leading this company" Erlan said as he patted Kenzo's shoulder.

Everyone was shocked and in disbelief. Especially Drajat and Kalisha who have often underestimated Kenzo.

Kenzo got up from his seat and stood beside the father. Kenzo's height that exceeds the papa makes Erlan smile proudly. The face of Kenzo who had been looking down since then was now raised. Kenzo nodded his head while revealing his trademark smile.

" Come on, kid, greet everyone first so they know you better" Erlan said as she gently patted Kenzo on the back. Kenzo nodded and began to say greetings.

" All Assalamualaikum, good morning. Introduce Me Kenzo. Maybe some people already know me. All this time I was interning at the warehouse section. If you can tell me a little, in fact I have absolutely no desire to occupy a leadership position in this company. At first I did contact My Grandfather because the company's condition was slightly disturbed since the departure of Mr. Hasby. It turned out that Grandfather sent My Papa to come here while training Me to occupy this position. And today is the day that Papa I have to return to Jakarta. So God willing in the future I will replace His duty. And I'm self-aware that I'm not a good person. Therefore, I ask for cooperation so that We can both advance this company. Thank you..," said Kenzo as he cupped his palms together in front of his chest.

There was a huge applause in the room. Everyone looked at the origin of the sound. Aruna is the culprit. Aruna stood up while looking in amazement at Kenzo who blushed in embarrassment. Everyone smiled at his behavior and then clapped to appreciate Kenzo's short speech.

Kenzo and Erlan smiled at everyone's reaction. Erlan seemed to hug Kenzo tightly while whispering something. Kenzo nodded his head to understand what the father wanted.

Soon everyone stood up and walked over to Kenzo and Erlan. They shook Kenzo and Erlan's hands in turn while congratulating.

It is time for Kalisha and Drajat to congratulate Kenzo. Apparently both of them were reminded of their attitude towards Kenzo all this time. Both look nervous. But Kalisha tried to be calm. While Drajat just seemed unable to hide his anxiety.

" Congratulations to Kenzo. It turns out Mas Kenzo's disguise has worked. I was only fooled until I was. Forgive me for not being able to recognize the heir of this company..," said Kalisha diplomatically.

" Gapapa Bu Kalisha's. Please work together and thank you..," said Kenzo calmly.

Kalisha nodded politely then shook Erlan's hand and passed. Drajat's turn arrives. He looks very nervous. Even so nervous Drajat was unable to say anything but sorry.

" I'm sorry, I'm sorry" Drajat said, shaking Kenzo's hand tightly.

His head was bowed in. Kenzo smiled and patted Drajat's shoulder gently.

" Together Mr. Drajat. Please cooperate and thank you..," said Kenzo firmly.

Erlan and Kenzo looked at each other with smiles.

After being friendly with the new leader, the meeting ended. As everyone left the room, Aruna patted Kenzo on the back.

" Great Lo Ken, I didn't expect Lo to be a director so soon...!" said Aruna.

" Aruna, I'm Boss Lo now. Why is it still rich gini anyway..," muttered Kenzo while glaring annoyed.

" Yes yes. Sorry Boss. But I am really good at Ken. Congratulations on...!" said Aruna as she spread out her hands.

Kenzo laughed and welcomed Aruna warmly. Bianca and Erlan seemed to laugh while shaking their heads at the absurd behavior of Aruna and Kenzo.

" Not for long. Ntar Ria misunderstood me again as well as I.", said Aruna while pushing Kenzo's body away but it surprised Kenzo and made him hit the table.

" Arya !. It's so rough being a girl. Inget ya Run, you're pregnant again...!" kenzo said annoyed.

" Oops, sorry again. I forgot all..," said Aruna with a clear face to make Kenzo growl annoyed.

Suddenly the door of the room opened and everyone left turned their heads towards the door. Ria was seen standing in the doorway with teary eyes.

" Dear, why are you...?" kenzo asked as he walked over to Ria.

Ria immediately hugged Kenzo and cried loudly to make Kenzo confused. While Erlan, Bianca and Aruna just smiled.

" They said you were appointed Director of this company. Is that really Ken...?" asked Ria while breaking down the embrace.

" Yes dear..," said Kenzo while tidying up Ria's messy hair.

" Does that mean we're gonna break up, baby...?" asked Ria while sobbing.

" How did you break up ?. What does the office have to do now with our relationship...?" ask Kenzo not to understand.

" It is not usually your only rich child who is the heir to a large rich company gini already prepared mate huh. That means We will break up because your family will not agree with Kita Ken..," said Ria while tearful.

Ria's words made Kenzo surprised then looked at the papa as if asking for an answer. Erlan smiled as she shook her head.

" You don't worry Ria. Precisely Om same Aunt again prepare to meet your parents. We intend to propose you to be Kenzo's companion. How's Ria, are you ready...?" erlan asked as she touched Ria's wet cheek with those tears.

" What is it...?" ask Ria.

" Yes, a thousand rius instead..," quipped Erlan.

Ria and Kenzo looked at each other and laughed. Aruna and Bianca were also moved to hear Erlan's words earlier. Both of them smile happily.

" What dream last night Lo can get rich fun news gini Ri..," said Aruna to make Ria turn.

" What matters is that I'll be married Run soon. Married...!"'s search...!" ria screams while hugging Aruna.

Again the sound of laughter resounded in the room. Then Kenzo approached the father and kissed the back of his hand with reverence.

" Thank you Pa..," said Kenzo in a quivering voice.

" Everyone Son. Papa knows he's the source of your happiness. So Papa, Mama, Grandpa and Grandma did plan this two weeks ago. Are you happy...?" ask Erlan.

" Banget Pa..," said Kenzo with a glowing face.

Happiness continued to echo in the room. Without them knowing a pair of eyes look like staring dislike towards them. A gaze shrouded in anger and resentment that seemed to be making new trouble later.

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